1980 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 286 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Electra | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
